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Check engine coolant level by removing the
radiator top cap and looking for coolant in the filler
neck of the radiator. Add coolant as required. Insure
that radiator cap is installed properly and tightened.
Note: this machine will not allow engine starting if
engine coolant is low.
NOTICE:
If the appropriate mixture of antifreeze is
not used during freezing temperatures, failure to
drain the engine may cause costly engine damage.
Never use water only as corrosion inhibitors are
required in engine coolant fluid.
CAUTION
No smoking, sparks, or open flame near fuel.
•
Check the fuel level. Add only CLEAN DIESEL
fuel for maximum service from the engine. Refer to
the Engine Operator’s Manual for fuel specifications.
NOTICE
To minimize condensation (water) in the fuel
tank, it is recommended to fill the tank at the end
of each day.
WARNING
This machine produces loud noise with doors
open. Extended exposure to loud noise can
cause hearing loss. Wear hearing protection
when doors or valve(s) are open.
•
Close the side doors to maintain a cooling air
path and to avoid recirculation of hot air. This will
maximize the life of the engine and compressor and
protect the hearing of surrounding personnel.
•
Make sure no one is IN or ON the compressor
unit.
STARTING --
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Flip the POWER switch to “ON”. All diagnostics
lamps will light (glow) for two (2) seconds. Then all
lamps should go off except for ALTERNATOR NOT
CHARGING and LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE.
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In freezing weather (below 32
°
F / 0
°
C), flip
HEATERS switch ”On” and wait sixty (60) seconds.
This applies heat to the control system components
for easier starting. Leave this switch ”On” while
operating at these temperatures.
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Press and hold the BYPASS button for ten (10)
to fifteen (15) seconds. This operates the 24 volt
compressor which pressurizes the inlet valve air
cylinder and holds the inlet valve closed for easier
starting.
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Press both the START and the BYPASS buttons
to crank the engine. DO NOT OPERATE THE
STARTER MOTOR FOR MORE THAN TEN (10)
SECONDS WITHOUT ALLOWING AT LEAST ONE
MINUTE COOLING TIME BETWEEN START
ATTEMPTS.
CAUTION
Ether is an extremely volatile, high flammable
gas. Use Sparingly! If too much is injected, the
uncontrolled explosion may result in costly
damage to the engine.
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In cold weather, as required, press the ETHER
INJECT button once or twice only while the engine
is cranking. This injects a measured amount of
ETHER to the engine.
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Release the START button when the engine
starts and sustains running. If the engine does not
start after a couple of attempts, refer to section 7 --
Trouble Shooting.
•
Release BYPASS button when the engine
speed reaches 1000 rpm. The engine oil pressure
should be above 20 psi.
•
If the engine oil pressure does not rise within five
(5) seconds, stop the unit and refer to Engine
Operator’s Manual.